This week the University of Iowa Office of International Students and Scholars
welcomes nearly 375 new international students to campus with a variety of
activities designed to help them start to feel at home in Iowa City. Members
of the media are invited to attend any activity on the schedule and meet some
of the new students arriving from all over the world. A complete schedule
of events is available from contact Anna Stepanova, international student
advisor, 335-0335, or
Lois Gray, 335-2026.

Orientation activities include:

Wednesday, Aug. 15

6-7 p.m.--Banquet: Iowa City Food Sampler, sponsored by Iowa State Bank &
Trust Co. featuring a variety of cuisine from different local restaurants;
location, Iowa State Bank & Trust,
102 S. Clinton St.

Thursday, Aug. 16

1 p.m. -- Official welcome from Gary Althen, director of the UI Office of
International Students and Scholars (OISS), followed by a cultural adjustment
session, also led by Althen; location, Main Lounge of the Iowa Memorial Union
(IMU)

2:30-4:30 p.m. -- Orientation fair, highlighting resources, departments and
services on campus that may be helpful to new international students, including
Information Technology Services, Hancher Auditorium, and Parking and Transportation;
location, IMU Main Lounge

6-9 p.m. -- Hoe-down for both international students and members of the local
community; location, International Center Main Lounge. (A great photo opportunity)